Oklahoma fans will gather at the historic Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Saturday, Oct. 10, for the 122nd Red River Rivalry against No. 1 Texas. The Sooners (2‑2, 0‑1 SEC) enter the matchup after a loss to Georgia and a bye week, while the Longhorns (4‑0, 1‑0 SEC) look to extend their perfect start.
Game details
When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10
Where: Cotton Bowl, Dallas, Texas
TV: KOCO 5
Radio: 107.7 FM The Franchise and The Varsity Network
Local coverage
KOCO 5’s pre‑game show, “Countdown to Kickoff,” will air at 10 a.m. on Saturday with Sports Director Bryan Keating and Sports Anchor Tessa Dorrell. The broadcast will also preview the No. 18 Oklahoma State Cowboys’ game against UCF in Stillwater.
Why the rivalry matters
Texas leads the all‑time series 65‑51‑5, but the rivalry often produces surprise outcomes. Coach Steve Sarkisian recalled last year’s upset when Texas, then unranked, defeated a top‑five Oklahoma team. “We were a desperate football team and found a way to win in the second half,” he said, underscoring the unpredictable nature of the contest.
Team outlooks
Both squads have struggled to find offensive rhythm. Oklahoma ranks 120th nationally in total offense, averaging 321 yards per game. Quarterback John Mateer, who threw three interceptions against Texas last season, has yet to spark a consistent attack, and the Sooners have scored only 37 points over their last three games.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning has shown flashes but also inconsistency. He was sacked six times in a recent 20‑17 win at Tennessee and penalized twice for illegal forward passes. The Longhorns rely on a balanced attack to maintain their top‑ranked status.
Player story: former roommate turned rival
Oklahoma wide receiver Parker Livingstone, a former Texas favorite who caught 29 passes for 516 yards and six touchdowns last season, transferred to OU after entering the portal. He has recorded six catches for 51 yards this year. Manning, who was Livingstone’s roommate at Texas, said, “It’s going to be different, obviously being roommates and best friends last year, but I’m not going to think anything of it. We’ll try to win the game, and then I’ll say ‘What’s up?’ to him after that.”
Defensive matchups
Oklahoma’s pass protection remains a concern. The Sooners allowed five sacks to Texas last year, and edge rusher Collin Simmons, who set a school record with 5½ sacks against Tennessee, enters the game with 28½ career sacks, tied for sixth all‑time in Texas history.
Historical context
The Sooners have lost three of the last four Red River games since Brent Venables returned as head coach. The last time Oklahoma avoided three straight losses to Texas was in the 1997‑99 stretch. Venables dismissed the notion that Texas’ success makes Oklahoma’s job harder, stating, “Both programs have been very fruitful simultaneously, so I don’t think one has to do with the other.”
What’s at stake
Beyond bragging rights, a win could provide Oklahoma with much‑needed momentum heading into the remainder of the season. For Texas, maintaining the No. 1 ranking reinforces their claim as the nation’s premier program. The game also marks the 90th consecutive year the rivalry is played at the Cotton Bowl, a tradition that draws fans from across both states.
How to watch
Fans can tune in to KOCO 5 locally or stream via the station’s website. Radio listeners can catch the action on 107.7 FM The Franchise or The Varsity Network. The Cotton Bowl’s 92,100‑seat capacity will fill with burnt‑orange and crimson supporters, creating a vibrant atmosphere for the storied clash.
Original reporting: KOCO Sports (Oklahoma City) — read the source article.
